Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.00 - $18.75
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid training
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Referral program
DailyPay
Job Description
Kinseth Hotel Corporation (KHC) is a well-established hospitality company known for operating a diverse portfolio of hotels and restaurants across various locations. The company is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences by offering high-quality services, comfortable accommodations, and enjoyable dining options. With a strong reputation in the hospitality industry, KHC fosters a supportive work environment that values employee growth and development. Employees are provided with access to comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement within the company’s network. KHC prides itself on maintaining professional standards, adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, and promoting teamwork among its staff. The company is dedicated to upholding its core values of hospitality, integrity, and excellence in all aspects of its operations.
The role available is for a Cook who will be responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking a variety of foods for both the restaurant and banquet services. This full-time position requires hands-on involvement in different cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. The Cook will follow recipes carefully to ensure quality and consistency in every dish served. Tasks will include measuring and mixing ingredients, adjusting cooking temperatures, and ensuring all food items meet health and safety guidelines. Additionally, the Cook will handle food preparation processes such as washing, peeling, cutting, and trimming vegetables and meats. Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and work areas is a critical part of the duties to ensure compliance with sanitation standards. This role also involves assisting with unloading supplies and rotating inventory to maintain an organized and efficient kitchen environment.
As part of KHC’s team, the employee will adhere to established policies and procedures concerning dress code, safety, and performance standards to maintain a professional image. While this Cook position does not have supervisory responsibilities, it plays a vital role in ensuring timely food preparation and overall guest satisfaction. The physical demands of the job include prolonged standing, walking, frequent use of hands and arms, and occasional lifting of heavy objects up to 50 pounds. Employees must demonstrate proper safety precautions to avoid injuries. Franchise-specific and federal, state, or local food handling certifications may be required to qualify for the position.
Benefits for the Cook position include comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options available after 60 days of employment, participation in a 401k retirement plan, paid training, and paid time off for leave. The company also offers a DailyPay program for convenient access to earned wages, a referral program to encourage employee engagement, and exclusive discounts at all Kinseth Hotel Corporation hotels and restaurants, adding value and incentives to working within the KHC family. This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about cooking and hospitality to grow their careers in a customer-focused environment with a reputable company.
The role available is for a Cook who will be responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking a variety of foods for both the restaurant and banquet services. This full-time position requires hands-on involvement in different cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. The Cook will follow recipes carefully to ensure quality and consistency in every dish served. Tasks will include measuring and mixing ingredients, adjusting cooking temperatures, and ensuring all food items meet health and safety guidelines. Additionally, the Cook will handle food preparation processes such as washing, peeling, cutting, and trimming vegetables and meats. Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and work areas is a critical part of the duties to ensure compliance with sanitation standards. This role also involves assisting with unloading supplies and rotating inventory to maintain an organized and efficient kitchen environment.
As part of KHC’s team, the employee will adhere to established policies and procedures concerning dress code, safety, and performance standards to maintain a professional image. While this Cook position does not have supervisory responsibilities, it plays a vital role in ensuring timely food preparation and overall guest satisfaction. The physical demands of the job include prolonged standing, walking, frequent use of hands and arms, and occasional lifting of heavy objects up to 50 pounds. Employees must demonstrate proper safety precautions to avoid injuries. Franchise-specific and federal, state, or local food handling certifications may be required to qualify for the position.
Benefits for the Cook position include comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options available after 60 days of employment, participation in a 401k retirement plan, paid training, and paid time off for leave. The company also offers a DailyPay program for convenient access to earned wages, a referral program to encourage employee engagement, and exclusive discounts at all Kinseth Hotel Corporation hotels and restaurants, adding value and incentives to working within the KHC family. This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about cooking and hospitality to grow their careers in a customer-focused environment with a reputable company.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior cooking experience preferred
- Food handling certification or willingness to obtain
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Adherence to safety and sanitation standards
- Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous cooking experience in a restaurant or banquet setting preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Food handling certification required or ability to obtain
Job Duties
- Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles
- Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles
- Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods
- Adds seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking
- Cooks and tests foods being prepared by tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork to determine that it is cooked
- Ensures that items are prepared according to recipes in a timely, efficient manner that prevents waste yet ensures quality and guest satisfaction
- Carves meats, portions food on serving plates, adds gravies and sauces, and garnishes servings to fill orders
- Washes, peels, cuts, and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare them for use
- Cuts, trims, and bones meat prior to cooking
- Bakes bread, rolls, cakes, and pastry
- Follows proper procedures in handling food to ensure health and sanitation guidelines are met
- Uses tools and equipment properly to ensure safety and avoid injury or damage to equipment
- Assists in unloading trucks that arrive with supplies, storing and rotating inventory
- Cleans work area, freezers, kitchen area and dish area to ensure proper cleanliness is maintained
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